Echinopsis melanopotamica inventory-hero-monitored Claretcup Cactus requires well-draining soil

Claretcup Cactus requires well-draining soil to prevent waterlogging and root rot

Blooming Habits: Flowers are scarlet to deep red

Waterings: Water regularly in summer but be careful to not overwater

Little watering

with the largest protected areas like Saguaro National Park

Echinopsis melanopotamica inventory-hero-monitored Claretcup Cactus requires well-draining soilEchinopsis melanopotamicus is a summer grower species that offers no cultivation difficulties. Water regularly in summer (but do not overwater). It needs good drainage and very porous soil, keep rather dry in winter. It is quite frost resistant if kept dry (hardy to 10C). Needs a bright exposure, full sun or half shade in summer. Some of the information in this description has been found at desert tropicals. com, llifle. com and cactus art. biz